airborne

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Once airborne, they can cover two miles in roughly two minutes, allowing police to more quickly get eyes on crime scenes and determine the level of appropriate response.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

The weather can change that balance as the heavier the aircraft, the more gravity pushes it down to Earth and it needs a greater lift to become airborne.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Infections are more likely to come from contaminated hands, frequently touched surfaces, airborne droplets, and items like phones used in the bathroom.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

There appear to be three routes for US forces wishing to seize the island -– an airborne attack; an amphibious operation; or a combination of the two.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

From her parlor window, Susan Kidwell saw the white cortege glide past, and watched until it had rounded the corner and the unpaved street’s easily airborne dust had landed again.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote